cecil
word
/ˈsisəɫ/
/ˈsiːsəl/
Definition
Cecil is a male first name of Latin origin, sometimes used for females as well. It is mainly used as a given name in English-speaking countries.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly a male given name, but can also be used for females. Not a common word outside names; do not use it as a regular noun. Sometimes found as a surname or in historical contexts.
Spanish: Cecil (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Cecil (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Cecil (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 塞西尔 (人名)Chinese (Traditional): 塞西爾 (人名)Hindi: सेसिल (नाम)Arabic: سيسيل (اسم علم)Bengali: সিসিলRussian: СесилJapanese: セシルVietnamese: CecilKorean: 세실Turkish: CecilUrdu: سیسلIndonesian: Cecil
Example Sentences
Cecil is my uncle's name.
basic
Cecil lives in London.
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I saw Cecil at the market today.
basic
Everyone knows Cecil is the best baker in town.
natural
Back in college, Cecil and I used to study together all the time.
natural
Have you met Cecil yet? He just moved here last month.
natural